Recipes – Ger-nis

Author: Nissa

  • Buttermilk Pie

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons flour 1 cup sugar 2 cups buttermilk ¼ cup butter, melted and slightly cooled 3 eggs, separated DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 325°F. Mix flour and sugar together. In a separate bowl, beat yolks until light, and then add to sugar mixture. Add to buttermilk, along with melted butter (slightly cooled…

  • Pan-Seared Trout

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 4 6-8 ounce rainbow trout fillets (skin on), or two whole cleaned trout* Salt and pepper All purpose flour, for dredging Vegetable oil or butter for searing 1 onion, sliced 1 lemon, sliced Fresh parsley and thyme sprigs ¼ cup white wine 2 tablespoons butter DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F. Season the…

  • Southern-Style Collard Greens

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS Smoked ham hock (optional) 2 bunches fresh young collards, washed free of any grit 1 onion, chopped medium 1 tablespoon bacon grease or vegetable oil ¼ cup apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 red chili pepper, or ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper ½ cup water, plus more as…

  • Cucumber and Onion Salad

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 2 long regular or English cucumbers 2 Vidalia or other sweet onions 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar A pinch of fresh black pepper or crushed red pepper ¼ cup chopped mixed fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, mint, basil, or tarragon DIRECTIONS Slice the cucumbers and onions as thin…

  • Buttermilk Biscuits

    Makes approximately 30 INGREDIENTS 2¼ cups sifted cake flour, or 2 cups sifted all purpose flour, plus more for your work surface and hands 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 4 teaspoons cold unsalted butter, cut into several pieces 2 tablespoons cold lard or vegetable shortening, cut into…

  • Cornbread

    Serves 8-10 INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons bacon fat, lard, or butter 2 eggs 2 cups buttermilk 2½ cups fine cornmeal 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon baking powder DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400°F. Melt fat in large cast-iron skillet; cool slightly. Beat eggs until light. Add buttermilk and cooled fat, leaving a little…

  • Ger-Nis Tabasco

    Ingredients 2 red bell peppers, deseeded and chopped 3 jalapeño peppers, roasted, peeled and chopped 1 can chipotle chilies in adobo, chopped 3 cloves garlic, roasted 1 tablespoon salt 1 cup citrus champagne vinegar ½ cup water Zest of 2 limes Juice of 3 limes 1 teaspoon smoked salt Directions In a medium sauce pan,…

  • Grapefruit & Thyme Winter Rev Up

    Ingredients ½ cup fresh thyme leaves ¼ cup fresh mint leaves ¼ cup grapefruit zest 1 cup Epsom salts Directions Prepare a piece of cheesecloth by cutting it into a 12 X 12 inch square and set aside. Crumble up all herbs, releasing all the oils. Lay the cheese cloth out flat, and pile the…

  • Spicy & Sultry Herbal Bubble Bath

    Ingredients 4 fresh bay leaves 1 cup powdered milk ¼ cup almond oil ½ cup bubble bath Directions Prepare a piece of cheesecloth by cutting it into a 12 X 12 inch square and set aside. Crumble up all herbs, releasing all the oils. Lay the cheese cloth out flat, and pile the ingredients into…

  • Winter Skin Refresher

    Ingredients ½ cup dried chamomile ½ cup fresh thyme leaves 2 tablespoon orange zest ½ cup whole oats ¼ cup almond oil 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt Directions Prepare a piece of cheesecloth by cutting it into a 12 X 12 inch square and set aside. Crumble up all herbs, releasing the oils. Lay the…

  • Foaming Invigorating Ginger Basil Lime Bath

    Ingredients 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger 1 tablespoon lime zest 1 cup fresh basil leaves ½ cup shaves plain soap 1 tablespoon almond oil Directions Prepare a piece of cheesecloth by cutting it into a 12 X 12 inch square and set aside. Crumble up all herbs, releasing the oils. Lay the cheese cloth out…

  • Winter Wind Down Lavender & Sage Bath

    Ingredients ¼ cup lavender flowers, fresh or dried ½ cup fresh sage leaves ½ cup whole oats ¼ cup powdered milk 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt ¼ cup almond oil Directions Prepare a piece of cheesecloth by cutting it into a 12 X 12 inch square and set aside. Crumble up all herbs, releasing the…

  • Super Soak Herbal Skin Softener

    Ingredients 1 cup fresh peppermint leaves ½ cup whole oats ¼ cup almond oil 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt Directions Prepare a piece of cheesecloth by cutting it into a 12 X 12 inch square and set aside. Crumble up all herbs, releasing the oils. Lay the cheese cloth out flat, and pile the ingredients…

  • Stress Relieving Herbal Bath

    Ingredients ½ cup fresh rosemary leaves ¼ cup lavender flowers, dried or fresh 1 cup Epsom salt 2 tablespoons olive oil Directions Prepare a piece of cheesecloth by cutting it into a 12 X 12 inch square and set aside. Crumble up all herbs, releasing the oils. Lay the cheese cloth out flat, and pile…

  • Limoncello Mint Granita

    Makes about 3 cups of granita Ingredients 1 cup lemon sugar syrup (recipe follows) ½ cup limoncello ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped fine Directions Combine all ingredients and pour into an 8-by-8-inch glass baking dish. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until the mixture is firm. Using the tines of a fork, scrape the…

  • Herbed Lamb Kabobs with Garlicky Mint Yogurt & Mustard Mint Pesto

    Serves 6 Ingredients 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine ½ cup red onion, chopped fine 2 pounds ground lamb 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh…

  • Lamb Chops with Preserved Lemon-Mint Chili Chimichurri or Cucumber Pomegranate Salsa

    Serves 6 Ingredients 12 baby lamb chops, French cut and ½ inch thick Salt Pepper Mint oil (½ cup extra virgin olive oil infused with ½ cup fresh mint leaves) Chimichurri or Salsa (recipes follow) Directions Preheat broiler to High. Arrange the baby lamp chops on a sheet pan or in a baking dish. Sprinkle…

  • Rhubarb Mint Spritzer

    Makes 1 gallon Ingredients 1 pound rhubarb, ends trimmed and cut into ½ inch pieces 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons lemon juice ½ cup fresh mint leaves 1 cup sugar 2 cups water Ice Seltzer water Directions Combine the rhubarb, lemon zest, lemon juice, mint, sugar and the water in a medium saucepan and…

  • Fresh Strawberry Mint Ice Cream with Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

    Makes ½ gallon of ice cream Ingredients 2 cups whole milk 2 cups heavy cream 10 egg yolks 1 cup sugar plus ¼ cup sugar 1/4 cup water 8 cups strawberries (chopped, with tops removed) 1 cup chopped mint Strawberries and mint for garnish Chocolate, melted Fresh strawberries, stems in tact Directions Make simple syrup…

  • Spinach & Three Cheese Ravioli (kid friendly)

    Serves 6 Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour plus additional for dusting 4 large eggs, lightly beaten ¼ cup fresh spinach juice 1 teaspoon salt ½ cup parmesan, grated fine ½ cup pecorino Romano, grated fine ¼ cup ricotta cheese Butter Directions Mound flour on a work surface, preferably wooden, and make a well in center.…

  • Garlic Herb Bread (kid friendly)

    Makes one baguette Ingredients ¼ cup basil ¼ cup fresh parsley 1 clove garlic 2 tablespoons melted butter ¼ cup olive oil Salt Baguette, sliced Parmesan cheese Directions Pre-heat oven to 350° F. In a blender combine the basil, parsley, garlic and chop. Add the melted butter oil and salt and blend until smooth. With…

  • Ginger-Beet Lemonade

    Makes one Pitcher Ingredients 2 cups ginger-beet syrup (ginger, beets, sugar) 2 cups fresh lemon juice water Directions To make the ginger beet syrup place ½ cup freshly grated beets, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water and 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger in medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for…

  • Rhubarb Lemonade

    Makes one Pitcher Ingredients 2 cups rhubarb syrup (rhubarb, sugar) 2 cups fresh lemon juice water Directions To make the rhubarb syrup place ½ cup fresh rhubarb chopped, 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 3-5 minutes. Strain and cool. In…

  • Ginger Blackberry Buttermilk Scones

    Makes 6 scones Ingredients 2 â…“ cups all purpose flour â…“ teaspoon baking soda ½ tablespoon baking powder ¾ teaspoon salt ¼ cup sugar ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into 1-inch cubes ¾ cups buttermilk 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger ¾ cups dried ginger blackberries, chopped 1 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter,…

  • Dried Strawberry Basil Buttermilk Biscuits

    Makes 6 biscuits Ingredients 3 cups all purpose flour 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 ½ tablespoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 12 tablespoons butter, cold and cut into cubes 1 ½ cups heavy cream 2 tablespoons orange zest 3 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed 3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, sliced into thin strips ½ cup…

  • Dried Ginger Blackberries

    Makes ½ cup dried fruit Ingredients 1 cup blackberries 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 2 tablespoons honey Directions Preheat oven to 225° F. Mix ginger and honey in a small bowl. Brush liquid mixture over berries evenly, and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place in oven for 4 to 5 hours or…

  • Honey Banana Cups

    Makes 1 cup Ingredients 3 semi-ripe bananas, sliced thin 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon honey Directions Preheat oven to 225°F. Mix lemon juice and honey in a small bowl using a whisk. Brush liquid mixture over bananas evenly, and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place in oven for 2 ½ to…

  • Cardamon Nutmeg Dried Blueberries

    Makes ½ cup dried fruit Ingredients 1 cup blueberries 1 teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon cardamom pod, seeds removed 1 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated Directions Preheat oven to 225°F. Mix honey, cardamom seeds, and nutmeg in a small bowl. Drizzle on top of blueberries and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place in oven…

  • Sweet Vanilla Dried Strawberries

    Makes 1 cup dried fruit Ingredients 2 cups strawberries, destemmed and sliced thin 3 tablespoons sugar 1 vanilla bean, scraped (bean discarded) Directions Preheat oven to 225°F. Mix vanilla bean scraping with sugar in a small bowl. Lay on top of prepared strawberries, and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place in oven…

  • Ger-Nis Muesli with Honey, Banana Chips, Pepitas & Coconut

    Makes approximately 4 cups Ingredients 2 cups old fashioned oats ½ cup bran flakes ½ cup corn flakes ½ cup flax seeds 1 cup pepitas ½ cup unsweetened coconut ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup honey 1 cup honey banana chips Directions Preheat oven to 275°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, bran and corn…

  • Dried Strawberry Muesli with Sunflower Seeds & Dates

    Makes approximately 4 cups Ingredients 2 cups old fashioned oats ½ cup rolled wheat flakes ½ cup rolled rye flakes ¼ cup fiber one cereal ½ cup sunflower seeds ½ cup dates, chopped ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup sweet vanilla dried strawberries Directions In a large mixing bowl combine oats, wheat and rye flakes, fiber…

  • Blueberry Macadamia Nut Granola

    Makes approximately 4 cups Ingredients 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil ½ cup honey 3 cups old fashioned oats ½ cup toasted wheat germ ½ cup whole wheat flour ½ cup dark brown sugar ½ cup unsweetened coconut 1 teaspoon ground cardamom ½ teaspoon ground ginger ½ teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated ¾ teaspoon salt…

  • Strawberry Almond Granola

    Makes approximately 4 cups Ingredients 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil ½ cup maple syrup 2 ½ cups old fashioned oats â…“ cup whole wheat flour ½ cup light brown sugar ½ cup sliced raw almonds ¼ cup flax seed meal ½ tablespoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup sweet vanilla dried strawberries Directions…

  • Nissa’s Lasagna

    Makes one large lasagna Ingredients Olive oil 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine 2 medium yellow, onions, chopped small 2 medium carrots, chopped small 2 medium green zucchini, chopped small 1 cup broccoli florets, cut super small 4 medium tomatoes, chopped small ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped fine (2 tablespoons reserved) ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped…

  • Wild Ramp-Basil Pesto & Whole Wheat Pappardelle

    Serves 6-8 Ingredients ¼ pound of wild ramps, cleaned, ends trimmed and chopped ¼ cup fresh basil leaves 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice ¼ cup toasted walnuts ½ cup extra virgin olive oil Salt 1 pound whole wheat pappardelle, cooked Directions In a blender place the ramps, basil, lemon zest, lemon juice…

  • Ramp & Wild Mushroom Crostini

    Makes 15-20 crostinis Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 9-10 ramps, cleaned and trimmed, chopped fine 1 cup fresh morel mushrooms or other wild mushrooms, cleaned and chopped fine 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped fine 1 tablespoon white wine 1…

  • Rampatini

    Makes one cocktail Ingredients 2 ounces gin 1 ounce dry vermouth ½ ounce pickled ramp juice Ice Pickled ramps (recipe follows) Directions Shaken: In a shaker combine the gin, vermouth, and ramp juice and ice, shake vigorously. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with pickled ramp Stirred: In a large glass filled with ice…

  • Apéritif de Lillet Cannelle Basilic

    Apéritif de Lillet Cannelle Basilic

    Makes 1 cocktail Ingredients 1 ounce cucumber infused gin 2 ounces lillet blanc ½ ounce blood orange juice ½ ounce cinnamon basil syrup Garnish with cucumbers marinated in cinnamon basil and lillet blanc Cinnamon basil leaves for garnish Directions In a shaker filled with ice, combine gin, lillet, blood orange juice and cinamon basil syrup.…

  • Fritto Misto of Ramps, Asparagus and Fiddleheads with Citrus Mint Aioli

    Serves 6 Ingredients 4 cups canola oil 2 cups all-purpose flour ¼ cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt Zest of 1 lemon Zest of 1 lime ½- 1 cup ice cold club soda, diluted with 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 ½ to 2 pounds mixed fiddleheads, ramps (or…

  • Green Garlic Pesto

    Makes approximately 1 cup Ingredients ¼ pound of fresh green garlic, dark tips trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, stems removed 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice ¼ cup toasted pine nuts ¼ cup pecorino romano cheese, finely grated ½ cup extra virgin olive oil Directions In a…

  • Wild Ramp-Basil Pesto

    Makes approximately 1 cup Ingredients ¼ pound of wild ramps, cleaned and ends trimmed and chopped ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, stems removed 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice ¼ cup toasted walnuts ½ cup extra virgin olive oil Salt Directions In a blender place the ramps, basil, lemon zest, lemon juice and…

  • Preserved Lemon, Mint, and Chili Chimichurri

    Makes approximately 1 cup Ingredients 1 to 2 garlic cloves ¼- ½ cup preserved lemons 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 1 cup fresh mint leaves 1 long red chili, deseeded and chopped â…“ cup champagne vinegar ½ cup extra virgin olive oil Salt, to taste Directions Combine all ingredients in blender and pulse until…

  • The Halle Berry with Lemon Zested Frozen Blueberry Garnish

    Makes one cocktail Ingredients For the raspberry infused vodka 1 cup fresh raspberries 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 quart of vodka For the lemon blueberries ½ cup vodka ¼ cup sugar 1 tablespoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon fresh blueberries For the cocktail Ice 2 ounces raspberry infused vodka 1 ounce sweet…

  • The Bollywood with Star of Anise Vodka with Curried Grape Garnish

    Makes one cocktail Ingredients For the star of anise infused vodka 5 whole star anise 1 quart vodka For the curried grapes ½ cup anise syrup (sugar, water and star anise into a simple syrup) ¼ cup vodka 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup of whole black or purple grapes For the…

  • Gazpacho Spaniard with Lemon Cucumber Garnish

    Makes one cocktail Ingredients For the cucumber-tomato infused vodka 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced 1 tomato cut in half 1 quart vodka For the lemon cucumbers 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice ¼ cup vodka ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon sugar 1 cucumber, sliced (skin on) For the cocktail Ice 2 ounces cucumber-tomato…

  • Dirty Texas Cowboy with Lime Pickled Jalapeno Garnish

    Makes 1 cocktail Ingredients For the red bell pepper infused gin 2 red bell peppers, deseeded and sliced 1 quart gin For the pickled jalapenos Zest and juice of 1 lime ¼ cup water ¼ cup champagne citrus vinegar Salt 2 jalapenos, seeds intact and sliced For the cocktail Ice 2 ounces bell pepper infused…

  • The 007 with Herbed Olive Garnish

    Makes one cocktail Ingredients For the 007 2 ounces gin 1 ounce dry vermouth ½ ounce herbed olive juice Ice 3 herbed olives, for garnish For the herbed olives Garlic stuffed olives ¼ cup champagne vinegar ¼ cup olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped fine 1 teaspoon fresh…

  • Banana Caramel Mille Feuille

    Serves 8 Ingredients For the spiced phyllo ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground cardamom ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar, plus more for dusting 6 sheets phyllo dough, thawed if frozen For the filling 1 cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3 large…

  • Grand Marnier Soufflé

    Serves 8 Ingredients â…“ cup orange jam or marmalade 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier 1 cup egg whites Crème Anglaise, to serve (recipe follows) Directions Preheat oven to 350ËšF. Prepare 6 ounce ramekins by buttering and sugaring the inside. Tap out excess sugar. In a small bowl, whisk orange jam or marmalade and Grand Marnier together.…

  • Molten Chocolate Cake

    Serves 8 Ingredients ½ cup butter 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped (baking squares are best) ¼ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon vanilla ¼ cup all-purpose flour 2 eggs 2 egg yolks ¼ cup sugar Raspberry Sauce, to serve (recipe follows) Directions Preheat oven to 400° F. Grease 8 6-ounce ramekins with a generous amount of…

  • Baked Corn & Wheat Cumin Cilantro Chips

    Makes approximately 3 cups Ingredients 10-12 whole wheat tortillas, cut into 3 inch triangles 12-15 corn tortillas, cut into 3 inch triangles 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted Juice of 1 lime Salt Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut tortillas and place in a large bowl. In…

  • Nicaraguan Chilero Rojo

    Makes approximately 1 ½ cups Ingredients 2 dried red chilies 2-3 cloves garlic 1 medium yellow onion 2 medium vine ripened tomatoes, chopped ¼ cup red bell pepper, chopped 2 tablespoons vinegar 1 cup chicken stock or water Juice of 1 lime 1 teaspoon salt ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped Directions In a medium sauce…

  • Guatemalan Chirmol

    Makes approximately 1 ½ cups Ingredients 2 green onions 3 small vine ripened tomatoes 1 cup fresh corn 1 clove garlic 1 jalapeno pepper ¼ cup canola oil Juice of 1 lime ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoon salt Directions Heat the oven to broil and on a baking sheet place green onions, tomatoes,…

  • Haitian Sauce Ti-Malica

    Makes approximately 1 ½ cup Ingredients Canola or vegetable oil 1 medium onion, chopped fine 1 clove garlic, chopped fine 2 shallots, chopped fine 2 scotch bonnet peppers (habaneros) destemmed and deseeded and chopped ½ green bell pepper, chopped fine ½ red bell pepper, chopped fine 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup water ½ teaspoon…

  • Jamaican Mango Pepper Sauce

    Makes approximately 1 cup sauce Ingredients 1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted and chopped 1 ripe tomato, chopped 1 medium shallot, chopped 1 scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, stems and seeds removed and chopped ¼ cup golden raisins 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and chopped 1 teaspoon allspice berries, freshly ground 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, freshly…

  • Panamanian Salsa Chombo

    Makes approximately 2 ½ cups Ingredients 4-5 Aji Chombo peppers (scotch bonnet peppers), stems removed ½ inch piece of fresh turmeric, peeled and sliced 1 small yellow onion, chopped ½ cup water 1 cup white vinegar ½ cup yellow mustard 2 tablespoons salt Directions Place all ingredients in medium saucepan and bring to a boil,…

  • Vanilla- “Butter” Cast-Iron Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

    Makes 1 large cake Ingredients 8 tablespoons (1 stick) margarine 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped clean 1 cup sugar, separated 1 fresh pineapple, cored and sliced ¾ cups cornmeal ¾ cups flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda 1½ teaspoons coarse salt ¾ cup egg replacers (replacers must equal approximately 3 large…

  • Ginger Carrot Muffins with Ginger-Spice Butter

    Makes 12 muffins Ingredients For the ginger carrot muffins 1 cup all purpose flour 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons fresh nutmeg, grated 2 teaspoons fresh cinnamon, grated ½ teaspoon (a pinch) ground cloves ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup light brown sugar â…“ cup honey…

  • Blueberry Lemon Flax Muffins with Lemon-Flax Streusel Topping

    Makes 12 muffins Ingredients Non-stick cooking spray 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup almond milk â…“ cup almond oil ½ cup coconut milk 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice â…“ cup unrefined cane sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup blueberries,…

  • Strawberry Oatmeal Cookies

    Makes 18-24 cookies Ingredients 1 cup all purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup dried strawberries, chopped fine ¾ cup margarine ½ cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar, packed 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled and freshly grated 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract ½…

  • Strawberry and Lemon Buttermilk Scones

    Makes 6 scones Ingredients ¾ cups strawberries, destemmed and chopped 2 teaspoons sugar 2 â…“ cups of flour â…“ teaspoon of baking soda ½ tablespoon of baking powder ¼ cup sugar ¾ teaspoon salt ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into 1-inch cubes ¾ cups buttermilk 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1…

  • Blueberry Muffins

    Makes about 12 muffins Ingredients For muffins 3 cups all purpose flour 1 ½ cups sugar 1 teaspoon salt 4 teaspoons baking powder â…” cup vegetable oil 2 egg â…” cup milk 2 cups blueberries For topping 1 cup sugar â…” cup all purpose flour ½ cup butter, cut in cubes 1 teaspoon cinnamon Directions…

  • Tarragon Beet Bundt Cake with Orange Glaze

    Makes one bundt cake Ingredients For the cake Olive oil or non-stick spray 3 ½ cups whole-wheat flour 1 ½ cups light brown sugar 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups almond milk â…” cups almond oil ¼ cup grated beets 3 tablespoons tarragon orange beet syrup (recipe follows) 1 tablespoon orange zest…

  • Spring Spelt Ratatouille With Roasted Tomato Sauce

    Serves 8 Ingredients Olive oil 6 cloves garlic, chopped coarsely 2 medium spring onions, chopped fine 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 medium carrot, chopped medium 1 medium fennel bulb, sliced thinly 1 cup snap peas 1 cup asparagus spears ½ cup fresh fava beans (shelled, cooked and subskins removed) 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon black…

  • Roasted Eggplant Caviar with Mint Soy Yogurt Drizzle

    Serves 8 Ingredients 1 large eggplant 2 medium tomatoes, chopped medium 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 8 ounces soy yogurt ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped fine ¼ cup fresh lemon juice Directions Preheat oven…

  • Carrot Ginger Soup with Cilantro Lime Pesto

    Serves 6-8 Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola or olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 medium white onion, chopped 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled and chopped fine Zest of 1 lime 4 cups carrots, chopped (peeled or unpeeled) 4 cups vegetable broth or water Juice of ½ a lime Salt Black pepper Cilantro-Lime Pesto, to…

  • Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Flatbread Pizza

    4 servings Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large yellow onion, sliced 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, leaves chopped 2 flatbreads (whole wheat or spinach) ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 4 ounces herbed goat cheese ¼ cup pine nuts, chopped 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 cup fresh arugula Cooking spray Directions Preheat oven to 350ËšF. In…

  • Turkey Meatloaf and Whipped Celery Root “Potatoes”

    6 servings Ingredients 3 eggs 1 ½ lb ground lean turkey ¼ cup whole wheat bread crumbs ½ yellow onion, chopped 2 ribs of celery, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 teaspoon celery salt 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, leaves chopped ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 3 tablespoons ketchup 1 celery root, peeled and chopped…

  • Not Your Mama’s Fried Chicken

    4 servings Ingredients 1 egg 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, leaves chopped 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon water Salt & pepper ½ cup sliced almonds ¼ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour 8 chicken tenders ¼ cup Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons honey Juice of 1 lemon Cooking spray Directions Preheat oven at 375ËšF.…

  • Half-the-Pasta Lasagna

    Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 small Italian eggplant ½ package of lasagna noodles (whole wheat if available) 1 egg 1 cup skim ricotta 1 cup kalamata olives, chopped 2 cloves garlic ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, leaves chopped Salt & pepper 6 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced…

  • Sweet Onion Broth

    Makes approximately 4 cups Ingredients Red onion skins and pieces Shallot skins and pieces Carrot pieces Parsnip pieces 4 ½ cups water 2 tablespoons salt ½ cup honey 1 tablespoon black pepper Directions Place all ingredients in a a large soup pan over. Bring to a boil, and simmer for about 20 minutes. Strain, cool…

  • Gold Beet Goat Cheese Ravioli or Tortellini with Spring Herb Broth

    Serves 6 Ingredients For the ravioli & tortellini 1 cup gold beets, steamed until soft and mashed 1 tablespoon orange zest 2 tablespoons orange juice 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped fine…

  • Spinach Ricotta Tortellini with Lemon Olive Oil, Black Pepper Tomatoes

    Spinach Ricotta Tortellini with Lemon Olive Oil, Black Pepper Tomatoes

    Serves 6 Ingredients For the tortellini 2 cups fresh spinach, steamed and chopped 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper ½ cup ricotta cheese 1 teaspoon salt 1 Ger-Nis fresh pasta recipe For the lemon olive oil, black pepper tomatoes ¼ cup olive oil 2 tablespoons…

  • Spring Pea and Mint Ravioli with Garlic Mint Butter and Pecorino Lemon Zest Shavings

    Serves 6 Ingredients For the spring pea and mint ravioli Olive oil 1 medium shallot, chopped fine 1 cup fresh peas, steamed soft and mashed 2 teaspoons lemon zest ¼ cup grated pecorino 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 Ger-Nis fresh pasta recipe For the garlic mint butter 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine…

  • Ger-Nis Fresh Pasta Dough

    Makes approximately 1 pound of pasta Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour plus additional for dusting 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon salt Directions To make dough in a processor Blend flour, eggs, and salt in a food processor until mixture just begins to form a ball (dough should be firm, but not sticky). Process…

  • Pa Amb Tomaquet

    Serves 10 Ingredients 1 loaf country bread, cut into ½ to ¾ inch slices (preferably from a round loaf) 2 cloves garlic 2 ripe tomatoes Extra-virgin olive oil Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Place cut bread on a baking sheet and lightly toast the, just until the crumb is somewhat abrasive. Cut the garlic crosswise…

  • Pinchos Morunos

    Serves 10 Ingredients 2 pounds pork butt or shoulder, fat trimmed 2 teaspoon sweet Spanish paprika 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine 2 teaspoons oregano (dried) Salt to taste Spanish extra-virgin olive oil Directions Cut pork into 1 ½-inch cubes. Put pork into a glass or ceramic bowl. Sprinkle paprika, garlic, oregano and salt over pork…

  • Gambas al Ajillo

    Serves 10 Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped 2 chili peppers, dried Pinch of cayenne or red pepper 20 pieces of medium-size shrimp, peeled and cleaned Bread, for serving Directions In a small sauté pan, over medium heat add olive oil. Cook garlic cloves, chili peppers, and cayenne pepper. Add shrimp and…

  • Aioli

    Makes approximately 1 ½ cups Ingredients 1 egg 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 1 cup of extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar ½ teaspoon salt Directions In a blender or food processor, place egg and chopped garlic. Whirl until garlic is smooth. With the motor running, add the oil in a slow stream, until…

  • Patatas Bravas

    Serves 10 Ingredients For the potatoes 4 large Russet potatoes Salt, to taste For the salsa brava â…“ cup tomate frito, recipe follows ½ tablespoon white vinegar ½ teaspoon paprika ¼ teaspoon ground cumin Cayenne pepper or Tabasco sauce to taste 2 cups olive oil or canola oil Directions Parboil the potatoes with their skins…

  • Tortilla Espanola

    Serves 10 Ingredients ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 ¼ pounds red bliss potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick 1 yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 8 large eggs Directions Preheat the broiler. Heat ¼ cup of the olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet.…

  • Fresh Mozzarella and Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad

    Serves 4 Ingredients For roasted tomatoes 8 plum tomatoes, cut in half and seeds removed 3 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed 2 cloves garlic, sliced thin ½ teaspoon sugar (optional) ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt Freshly ground pepper For salad 1 pound fresh mozzarella, ¼-inch thick slices Basil pesto, for drizzling Maldon salt Freshly…

  • Grilled Fresh Mozzarella Cheese with Basil Pesto

    Serves 4 Ingredients 8 slices of country white bread Basil pesto, recipe follows 8 slices of homemade mozzarella, sliced in 3” rounds 2 tablespoons olive oil Directions To assemble sandwich, smear insides of bread slices with pesto. Arrange a layer of mozzarella slices over the top and then place another piece of bread on top…

  • Fresh Mozzarella

    Makes 1 pound of fresh mozzarella Ingredients 1 pound cheese curds 4 quarts (16 cups) water ¼ cup salt Directions In a large saucepot over high heat, bring water to a boil. Meanwhile, cut cheese curds in small pieces and add into hot water. Melt slowly until it softens and then pull large mass of…

  • Coconut Mango Sweet Tamales with Ginger Butter

    Makes 20 tamales Ingredients For the coconut mango mixture 1 ripe mango, peeled and chopped 1 cup shredded coconut ¼ cup sugar in the raw 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped (seeds added to mixture) â…“ cup coconut milk For the tamale dough 2 cups masa harina 1 teaspoon lime zest 1 ½ cups coconut mango…

  • Spicy Black Bean Squash Cheese Tamales with Spicy Red Pepper Sauce

    Makes 20 tamales Ingredients For the black bean squash 2 cups cooked squash (winter squash or zucchini), cubed 1 cup black beans, dried and cooked or canned 1 red pepper, roasted, destemmed, peeled, deseeded, and chopped 1 jalapeno, roasted, destemmed, peeled, deseeded, and chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted ½ cup fresh…

  • Red Chili Pork Tamales with Mole Negra

    Makes 20 tamales Ingredients For the red chili pork 10 small red dried chilies 2 cups water 1 medium tomato, chopped medium 1 medium yellow onion, chopped medium 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon cumin seeds, toasted 1 pound pork butt 1 teaspoon salt 1 fresh bay leaf 2 tablespoons…

  • Green Chili Chicken Tamales with Cilantro Sauce

    Makes 20 tamales Ingredients For the green chili chicken 1 medium yellow onion, chopped medium 1 medium tomato, chopped medium 1 fresh bay leaf 2 cups water 1 tablespoon cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon lime zest ½ pound (2-3) chicken thighs, boneless and skinless 2 poblano chilies, roasted, peeled, deseeded and chopped 1-2 jalapenos,…

  • Preserved Lemon-Mint Chili Chimichurri

    Chimichurri originally hails from Argentina and Uruguay. It is a green herb sauce generally used to flavor meats that incorporates vinegar, garlic, and other spices. There are many variations of Chimichurri throughout the world, from Central America to France and Italy. This version adds a bit more depth and brightness with the preserved lemons. An…

  • Shaved Jerusalem Artichoke Salad with Rocolla and Parmesan

    Serves 4-6 Ingredients 1 pound Jerusalem artichokes, scrubbed, trimmed and thinly sliced (mandolin) ½ cup fresh parsley leaves (no stems) 2 cups fresh rocolla or arugula leaves ½ cup shaved parmesan ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon salt Cracked pepper Directions…

  • Herbal Maultaschen In Onion Broth

    Recipe courtesy of Renato Haechler, Switzerland Serves 6 Ingredients 1 recipe of Ger-Nis Pasta dough Olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 small shallot, chopped fine 1 medium red onion, half of it sliced and the other half, chopped fine ½ pound ground chicken 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon salt…

  • German Currywurst

    German Fast Food with a healthy twist Serves 4 Ingredients Olive oil 1 clove garlic, chopped fine 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped fine ¼ cup yellow onion, chopped fine 1 tablespoon cumin powder 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, ground 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds, ground 1 teaspoon fennel…

  • Steamed Mussels

    Serves 4 Ingredients ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 medium white onion, thinly sliced into half moons 1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced into half moons 4 cloves garlic, smashed and chopped 1 cup white wine 2 pounds mussels, washed, beards removed Juice of 1 lemon 2 cups fresh parsley leaves,…

  • Chicken and Herb Dumpling Soup

    Serves 6 Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons butter 4 cloves, garlic, chopped fine 1 medium red onion, chopped small 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2 inch strips, lightly dusted with whole wheat flour 1 bunch green onions, sliced 3 stalks of celery, chopped small 2 medium carrots, chopped small 1…

  • Spicy Green Curry Coconut Soup

    Olive oil, for sautéing 4 garlic cloves, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, chopped 2 green chilies, chopped 1 tablespoon lemongrass, chopped fine 1 large red onion, chopped 3 limes, zest and juice 2 chicken breasts, sliced into thick, long slices about 1 inch wide and the length of the breast 2 large leeks, chopped 1…

  • Light Herbal Onion Stock

    Makes approximately 4 cups Ingredients A combination of all or any of the following: Green onion tops and bottoms White onion Shallots Leek tops and bottoms Garlic peels and pieces Chives Thyme leaves and stems Lemon thyme leaves and stems Savory Basil leaves and stems Lemon peels and pith Zucchini pieces Carrots pieces Celery Celery…

  • Citrus Asian Stock

    Makes approximately 4 cups Ingredients A combination of all or any of the following: Lime juice and peel Mint leaves and stems Basil leaves and stems Thai basil leaves and stems Cilantro leaves and stems Lemongrass bulb Ginger pieces and peels Green onion tops and bottoms White onion tops and pieces Red onions peels and…

  • Rich Vegetable Herb Stock

    Makes approximately 4 cups Ingredients A combination of all or any of the following: Yellow onion skins Yellow onion pieces Leeks, top and bottom Rosemary and rosemary stems Thyme leaves and stems Sage leaves and stems Celery Carrot pieces Bell peppers, all portions that are not used including the center with the seeds Parsnip Turnip…

  • Rosemary & Dried Cherry Shortbread

    Makes 6 dozen cookies Ingredients 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon coarse salt 3 ½ teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped fine 10 tablespoons (1 ¼ sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup sugar 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons heavy cream 1 large egg ½ cup dried cherries, chopped Fine sanding…

  • Roasted Red Pepper Cilantro Cumin Seed Hummus

    Roasted Red Pepper Cilantro Cumin Seed Hummus

    Serves 10 Makes 3 cups Ingredients 2 cups of chick peas, canned or soaked overnight and cooked (reserve ½ cup cooking liquid) 2 cloves garlic, chopped â…“ cup tahini 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cumin ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil â…“ cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 roasted red bell pepper, peeled,…